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The top cannabis research studies of 2020

Leafly

Cannabis research slowed down in 2020 due to COVID-19, but some great studies still came out showing off the amazing benefits of the plant. The post The top cannabis research studies of 2020 appeared first on Leafly.

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How MMJ Can Help Treat Sleep Disorders

MMJ Recs

Medical marijuana has been approved in many states due to the growing amount of research on its effectiveness in the management of many chronic diseases. MMJ has been used successfully in the treatment of neurological disorders, chronic pain relief, gastrointestinal distress, and some mental health disorders. The use of medical marijuana for sleep disorders has also been gaining attention.

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How CBD Can Be Used To Battle Covid-19 And The Struggles Related To It

Cannabis Life Network

It’s hard to believe that it’s been over a year since the first traces of the Covid-19 pandemic was discovered. A few months more and we’ll be reaching the anniversary of the date that the pandemic was announced. The battle is still far from over but the good news is that steps are being taken […]. The post How CBD Can Be Used To Battle Covid-19 And The Struggles Related To It appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Gut Dysbiosis, Depression & the Endocannabinoid System

Project CBD

Gut dysbiosis leads to decreased endocannabinoid signaling and reduced neurogenesis in the hippocampus. But dietary or probiotic interventions can mitigate stress-induced depressive syndromes.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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Adult-Use Marijuana Legalization Not Associated with Any Rise in Substance Abuse Treatment Admissions

NORML

"We found that the legalization of recreational marijuana use in Colorado and Washington did not result in an increase in SUD [substance use disorder] treatment admissions for cocaine, opioids, or methamphetamines among adolescents or emerging adults.”. The post Adult-Use Marijuana Legalization Not Associated with Any Rise in Substance Abuse Treatment Admissions appeared first on NORML.

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Why are gummies the most popular weed edible?

Leafly

Weed edibles used to be all about brownies and cookies, but one type has risen to the top as of late, beloved by consumers and producers alike: gummies. The post Why are gummies the most popular weed edible? appeared first on Leafly.

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PTSD, Opiates, Cannabis, And The Journey Towards Recovery

The Fresh Toast

PTSD, Opiates, Cannabis, And The Journey Towards Recovery. Research continues to prove a positive future for cannabis as an alternative pharmacological option. The post PTSD, Opiates, Cannabis, And The Journey Towards Recovery appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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CNBC: Is Marijuana Legalization Inevitable In The US?

Cannabis Law Report

Every ballot initiative involving the decriminalization or legalization of marijuana passed in the 2020 election. The Democratic-controlled House also passed the MORE Act in early … Read More. The post CNBC: Is Marijuana Legalization Inevitable In The US? first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Essential Fatty Acids & the Endocannabinoid System

Project CBD

An imbalance of omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids adversely impacts the endocannabinoid system and impairs the functioning of everything from our brain to our gut.

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Senate Majority Leader Schumer Reiterates Push For Cannabis Reform

NORML

Earlier this week, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) reiterated his support for ending marijuana criminalization to Rachel Maddow of MSNBC as part of the foundational "three stools" of policy to address in this session of Congress. The post Senate Majority Leader Schumer Reiterates Push For Cannabis Reform appeared first on NORML.

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How to Make Cannabis Ice Cream

The Cannigma

Yield : At least 10 servings, depending on how high you want to get. Cook time : 15 min + three hours in freezer. Go straight to the recipe. Marijuana edibles have soared in popularity in recent years and while the average dispensary stocks everything from THC-infused gummy bears to cannabis chocolates and weed lemonade, there’s something to be said for just combining cannabis with the greatest comfort food of all — ice cream.

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Is Amsterdam really going to ban tourists from cannabis coffeeshops?

Leafly

The mayor wants the ban, but few others do—and the results could be disastrous. The post Is Amsterdam really going to ban tourists from cannabis coffeeshops? appeared first on Leafly.

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What Is Delta-8-THC And What Are The Medicinal Benefits?

The Fresh Toast

What Is Delta-8-THC And What Are The Medicinal Benefits? If you consume marijuana, you probably familiar with Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol. It also goes by the name Delta-9-THC. The post What Is Delta-8-THC And What Are The Medicinal Benefits? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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USDA Final Rule on Hemp – Total THC – Delta 8 & Remediation.

Cannabis Law Report

SUMMARY: This final rule supersedes the interim final rule that established the Domestic Hemp Production Program, as mandated by the… Read More. The post USDA Final Rule on Hemp – Total THC – Delta 8 & Remediation. first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Brexit Fallout: UK Kids Can't Get CBD Medicine

Project CBD

Brexit fall-out stops UK children from getting life-saving CBD medicine from the Netherlands.

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Atlanta: Mayor Takes Executive Action Abolishing Pre-Employment Drug Screens for Many Public Employees

NORML

"The abolishment of this discriminatory policy is long overdue. The use of cannabis during one's off hours poses no legitimate workplace safety threat and the tens of millions of Americans who engage in this behavior should no longer be stigmatized or denied employment because of it.”. The post Atlanta: Mayor Takes Executive Action Abolishing Pre-Employment Drug Screens for Many Public Employees appeared first on NORML.

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‘He Likes Me Better On Weed’: Stories of Mixed Marijuana Marriages

The Cannigma

Marijuana can be one of humanity’s greatest common denominators, a hobby that brings together people from all walks of life who discover over a slow-burning joint that they maybe aren’t all that different after all. But it can also be divisive, a habit that can turn off colleagues, friends, and perhaps especially, romantic partners. We were curious about how cannabis users have navigated relationships in which their partner doesn’t share their love of weed.

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Shop these 5 excellent Black-owned cannabis brands of California

Leafly

Fire hash and flower from Oakland Extracts, Peakz Co, Viola, SF Roots and Ball Family Farms. The post Shop these 5 excellent Black-owned cannabis brands of California appeared first on Leafly.

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OCD And Cannabis Therapy: Recent Studies Show Progress

The Fresh Toast

OCD And Cannabis Therapy: Recent Studies Show Progress. About one-third of people with OCD don't experience benefits from traditional therapy or medicines according to a 2020 study. The post OCD And Cannabis Therapy: Recent Studies Show Progress appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Why Magic Mushroom Stocks are 2021’s New Pot Stocks

Cannabis Life Network

It’s not news that pot stocks gave investors some sweet returns in 2020, but not everyone got to the party on time. If you feel like you missed the boat on the cannabis boom. There might be an exciting new investment opportunity in the world of medicinal drugs in form of magic mushroom stocks. Although […]. The post Why Magic Mushroom Stocks are 2021’s New Pot Stocks appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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Fighting Fire With Fire

Project CBD

Controlled burns can facilitate “carbon sequestration” and wildfire mitigation.

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Opioid Prescriptions Decline in Canada Following Enactment of Adult-Use Marijuana Legalization

NORML

"The findings of this study add to the growing body of evidence that easier access to cannabis for patients with pain may reduce opioid use and partially offset expenditures for both public and private drug plans.”. The post Opioid Prescriptions Decline in Canada Following Enactment of Adult-Use Marijuana Legalization appeared first on NORML.

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How to Roll a Good Joint

The Cannigma

Long before you were prescribed medical marijuana or made that first trip to the dispensary , you probably knew cannabis in its most iconic form — rolled up in a joint, or a marijuana cigarette. While there is a wide range of methods for smoking marijuana today and all types of cannabis smoking accessories, there’s something to be said for coming back to the basics.

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JAY-Z’s new Monogram cannabis unboxed and reviewed

Leafly

JAY-Z debuts in California’s adult-use marijuana market this year with a premium-priced luxury weed brand—Monogram. Leafly reviews the goods. The post JAY-Z’s new Monogram cannabis unboxed and reviewed appeared first on Leafly.

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NY Senate Bill S854 2021-2022:

Cannabis Law Report

Legislative Session Enacts the “marihuana regulation and taxation act”; repealer. The bill in full (116pp). Current Committee: Senate Finance. Law Section: Public Health Law. Laws … Read More. The post NY Senate Bill S854 2021-2022: first appeared on Cannabis Law Report.

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Cooking With Cannabis 101 – CBD Strawberry & Cream Cheese Scones

Cannabis Life Network

It’s our first segment of the Cooking With Cannabis 101 series in the new year so why not start with some delicious CBD Strawberry & Cream Cheese Scones. For this recipe you’ll need to know how to make cannabis butter, a tutorial can be found here. Remember if you want this recipe to use CBD […]. The post Cooking With Cannabis 101 – CBD Strawberry & Cream Cheese Scones appeared first on Latest Cannabis News Today - Headlines, Videos & Stocks.

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5 Things Every Cannabis Physician Should Know

Leafwell

This article is for medical marijuana patients and physicians alike. We believe knowledge is power and Leafwell seeks to educate not only patients but medical professionals as well. As common wisdom knows, marijuana is reputed to be the world’s safest drug, whether those proactive cannabinoids are purchased and ingested through the pharmaceutical or artisanal marketplaces.

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Delaware: State Auditor’s Report Recommends Legalizing Marijuana

NORML

"Inaction doesn’t reward us with curbed usage but will prevent us from realizing economic benefits and the $43 million that could be available if Delaware were to devise a responsible regulatory framework. It's time to legalize it.”. The post Delaware: State Auditor’s Report Recommends Legalizing Marijuana appeared first on NORML.

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Yes, Cannabis Can Be Kosher, Says Rabbi Yaakov Cohen

The Cannigma

Stop us if you’ve heard this one: A rabbi and a pot farmer walk into a cannabis processing facility. It might sound funny, but for Rabbi Yaakov Cohen, a kosher supervisor and rabbi in Israel (by way of Texas and California), it’s not a joke — it’s a calling. . Rabbi Cohen is on a mission to make sure cannabis products are available for anyone who keeps kosher — and the rest of us too. .

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Mexico is moving to legalize cannabis in 2021. What does that mean for the US?

Leafly

Marijuana legalization—expected by April 30—could quiet narco-violence and open global opportunities for Mexican companies. The post Mexico is moving to legalize cannabis in 2021. What does that mean for the US? appeared first on Leafly.